rims

Roval’s new hook wheels cost more than some bikes, while Fulcrum has wavy rims

by

Roval’s newest wheels are the Rapide CLX II Team. Much effort has been made to make the wheels lighter and more aerodynamic, saving a gram per wheel on the uncoated hubs and a whole second on 40 km. It has also retained the hooked tire beads, as it believes there is too much risk of … Read more

Specialized sticks with hooked rims to create ‘the fastest racing wheels’ with the new Roval Rapide CLX II Team

by

Specialized has announced its newest product, the Roval Rapide CLX II Team. This new wheelset builds on the brand’s existing catalog of high-performance carbon racing wheels, and Specialized says these are the fastest racing wheels available. The new wheels stick with the ‘hooked’ rim bed, instead of using the controversial hookless technology. They’re designed using … Read more